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In the video, ETA Prime explores building a custom gaming PC using Black Friday deals, focusing on two primary builds: one Intel-based and one AMD-based. For the Intel build, he recommends the Intel Core i5-12600 KF CPU paired with the Asus Tough Gaming Z690 Plus motherboard, which supports modern standards such as DDR5 and PCIe 5.0. He emphasizes the affordability and compatibility of the Phanteks Eclipse G300A case and suggests a suitable power supply, RAM, and storage.
Switching to the AMD build, he highlights the Ryzen 5 7600X CPU, or the Ryzen 7 7700X for more cores, combined with the ASRock B650M HDV motherboard. The Crucial Pro 32 GB DDR5 RAM kit and the MSI PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD are recommended for both builds.
For cooling, various options are discussed, including liquid coolers like the Deep Cool LS 520 SE 240 mm AIO and the MSI MAG Core 360R 360 mm AIO, as well as the air-cooled Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition. GPU upgrade recommendations cover both trade-in values for older models and current deals on new GPUs, such as the Radeon RX 7600, Nvidia RTX 3060, and a more premium RX 7700 XT and RTX 4070 for higher resolutions.
Overall, the video provides a thorough guide, leveraging Black Friday deals to suggest components that balance performance, value, and future-proofing for both Intel and AMD-based gaming PCs.
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In this part of the video, ETA Prime discusses building a custom gaming PC with Black Friday deals. He focuses on creating two suggested builds, starting with an Intel-based system. The recommended CPU is the Intel Core i5-12600 KF, boasting 10 cores and 16 threads. For the motherboard, he suggests the Asus Tough Gaming Z690 Plus, which supports DDR5, PCIe 5.0, and comes with Thunderbolt 4 and integrated Wi-Fi. An ATX-sized Phanteks Eclipse G300A case is recommended, notable for its affordability and support for large coolers. ETA Prime also mentions essential components like RAM, storage, and power supplies will be discussed later and introduces the idea of an AMD build using AM5, noting that the power supply, RAM, and storage options will be compatible with both builds.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses current deals on CPUs, focusing on Newegg’s sales for the Ryzen 7000 series. A notable deal mentioned is the Ryzen 5 7600X, a powerful six-core, 12-thread chip with a base clock of 4.7 GHz and a boost up to 5.3 GHz, suitable for gaming and easy to overclock. For those needing more cores, the Ryzen 7 7700X is also available at a higher price.
Additionally, an AM5 socket motherboard, such as the ASRock B650M HDV ($109), and DDR5 RAM are necessary for the AMD build. The speaker suggests the Crucial Pro 32 GB RAM kit for both Intel and AMD builds, priced at $67. For storage, an MSI PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD 1TB is recommended. The Phanteks Eclipse G300A case is highlighted for its compatibility and value. Lastly, a Thermaltake Smart 600W power supply is suggested to power the build efficiently.
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In this part of the video, several cooling options for a gaming rig’s CPU are discussed, along with GPU upgrade recommendations. For cooling, the Deep Cool LS 520 SE 240 mm AIO is suggested at $89, fitting easily in the Eclipse case. Alternatively, the MSI MAG Core 360R 360 mm AIO, available for $99 (after rebate $89), offers more headroom for overclocking. For those preferring air cooling, the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition is recommended at $39.
The video also highlights Newegg’s GPU trade-in program, listing estimated trade-in values for various older Nvidia and AMD GPUs, like $104 for an RTX 2060 and $89 for an RX 6500 XT. For new GPU deals, the Radeon RX 7600 non-XT variant at $239 and the RTX 3060 with 8GB of GDDR6 are recommended as good options for 1080p and 1440p gaming. Links for these products and the trade-in program are provided in the video description.
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In this part of the video, the speaker reviews various GPU options available during the New Egg Black Friday sale. They mention the Nvidia 3060 non-ti variant priced at $221 after rebate, ideal for those seeking an affordable option. For those willing to spend more, the RX 7700 XT from ASRock is recommended for 1440p gaming, priced at $429. The Nvidia RTX 4070, with 12 GB of GDDR6X RAM, is noted as an excellent card for 4K gaming at $514. Additionally, they highlight the new Intel Ark a580, an Ultra 1080p card priced at $169, albeit with a caution to wait for a detailed review before purchase. The segment concludes with a reminder about the GPU trade-in program and an invitation to share any discovered deals in the comments.